HOW POOR ORAL HEALTH CAN CAUSE ACNE AND PIMPLE

It is no news that health is indeed wealth and when you feel better you look better. Being unhealthy is not just your regular Malaria,  typhoid, headache tummy troubles with various other life threatening diseases.  when you leave your teeth and mouth unattended to or  not conscious about its health, can lead to so much discomfort and overall, give an unkempt look.

It is paramount to visit the dentist at least once a year for a check-up, because youdo not want your teeth problems to develop into a life threatening situation. Treatments like scaling and polishing are usually advised by  the dentist, this treatment involves using a metallic instrument with water like substance used to clean in-between the teeth , and gums.  the machine  removes stains from teeth, it smoothes away minor imperfections and patches of rough texture of the teeth, reduces plague buildup, brightens the teeth and prevents gum disease along the line. If you want to go the extra mile because   you have really bad discoloured teeth, the dentist might advise you get a teeth whitening treatment.



MISTAKES PEOPLE MAKE ABOUT THEIR ORAL HYGIENE

1        NOT CHANGING YOUR  TOOTHBRUSH OFTEN- it is very important  that you change your toothbrush  at least  twice a month, because every time you brush your teeth there is bacteria accumulation no matter how much you rinse your toothbrush.  You cannot be reinfecting yourself everyday. If you can change your toothbrush every month, the better. just to make sure you are bacteria free in the mouth area.

2        EXPOSING YOUR TOOTHBRUSH- most people might agree with this one but I must tell you that you are not 100% sure of your environment, crawling insects and roaches so I will advise you jump on the Toothbrush holder bandwagon, where your toothbrush can be protected and air out nicely.

3        NOT USING A MOUTHWASH-  Dirt and bacteria in the mouth cannot be completely cleaned, so it is the work of the mouthwash to make sure your mouth and teeth are double clean. On those days you have to go on a quick errand and not have the patients to brush properly, the mouthwash is your best friend.

4        NOT FLOSSING YOUR TEETH- Many people are guilty of this, they either opt for a toothpick after eating or brush their teeth and head out the door. Flossing not only removes left over food but cleans some hidden dirt that your toothbrush can’t reach, reduces plague build up, reduces some symptoms of headache caused by bad oral hygiene and improves mental alertness from a personal experience. It’s affordable and important.You can carry it anyway and anywhere, just incase you need a quick clean.   So floss floss floss today!!!

5        NOT BRUSHING AT NIGHT- Everyone one is guilty of this, after a tired day at work, the last thing you want to do is brush your teeth after  rushing to eat your meal.  Two minutes of a quick brush can lead to a good and happy oral hygiene without  plague buildup, swollen gums and gum disease, so you  feel so fresh in the morning

6         TAKING TOO MUCH SUGAR-  Too much sugar is never good news, as it affects the gums, and gives sores to the entire mouth which can be uncomfortable. Too much sugar is not also good for the skin as it can increase acne on the skin or bring about acne if you never had it.

 

Tooth decay and infection causes the number of bad bacteria in the mouth to increase. The quantity of bacteria present in the mouth in turn can lead to inflammation of the skin, causing acne and pimples around the lips, chin and lower cheeks as a result of cavities or overall poor dental hygiene.

But did you know that poor dental hygiene can cause stress which in  turn have a negative effect on the skin? yes you heard me right? Anxiety from bad breath can lead  to inflammation of the skin, anxious behaviour like biting the lips or chewing the insides of the cheeks. Both of these behaviours can result in the transference of bad  acne causing bacteria from the mouth to the skin.

Bacteria sometimes get transferred from mouth to skin, so it is advisable to brush your teeth before you wash your face. Also make sure while and after brushing you wipe any residue toothpaste that might be left on the skin.you may react to the residue toothpaste if not wiped from face properly.

The mouth and the skin share many things in common  and one of them is bad bacteria that cause infections. If you have poor oral health, bacteria can gather around your gum line. The early stage of this is called Gingivitis, which can be reversed with cleanings of the teeth, proper care  of the teeth  and regular dental check-up. However, if you continue to practice poor oral hygiene,  the bacteria affect more of your gumline causing infection or an abscess, a fluid filled sack on the gum. This infection can make its way to the bloodstream and infect other parts of your body. Bear in mind that if you notice acne developing while you have gum disease, you may have gum disease or  an infection that has spread into your skin.if that sounded scary do not fret, we are here to help and now that you are in the know, its not late.

It wouldn’t make any sense if you spend a truck load of money on your skin and leave your mouth and teeth unkempt.  You don’t want to be seen walking around with bad discoloured,  and a broken tooth, full of plagues with swollen gums and big holes.  Oral hygiene is paramount for overall wellbeing. Your teeth hurts, you can’t eat well, exercise well, think properly nor communicate properly.   The onus is on you to take responsibility of your body and hygiene because it can definitely affect your skin and overall outlook.

If you sitting and reading this thinking ‘ oh no am never going  to be able to afford dental care’  the answer is yes you can, as there are affordable, cool and proper dental care. May I also introduce you to common tips and   home dental care kits    like mouth wash, using it to gaggle everyday, brush twice a day, get some affordable dental kit you can use at home while waiting for your dental appointment. There are absolutely no excuses for you not to glow with white and clean teeth. It’s up to you to up your glow up game.

 

Reference

www.corsody .co.uk what  is scale and polish?

Precisionfacialesthetics.com    How poor oral health can affect your skin

Smilesofmemorial.com   can oral health affect the skin?

 

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